2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 951 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1691 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |
